Mark your calendar with these top culture and philanthropic happenings.
See Ballet Romantica at Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens Feb. 17. PHOTO COURTESY OF CASA ROMANTICA
Through 2/12
Her Great Gift: The Nancy Dustin Wall Moure Collection
Enjoy the first presentation of the Nancy Dustin Wall Moure Collection. Her Great Gift includes 40 pieces made by various artists from the 1830s through the 1970s, which narrate the California experience. Laguna Art Museum, lagunaartmuseum.org
Through 2/12
Staged
This new comedy, making its world debut at the Laguna Playhouse, explores a former Broadway couple who have to work together again 20 years after their bitter divorce. Laguna Playhouse, lagunaplayhouse.com
See Disney’s Frozen Feb. 1 to 19 at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. MATTHEW MURPHY
2/1-19
Disney’s Frozen
See the Tony-nominated Best Musical, from the producer of The Lion King and Aladdin, when it stops in O.C. on its North American tour. Segerstrom Hall at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
2/4
A Culinary & Musical Experience
New York Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole and wife Amy—who founded the Gerrit & A my Cole Foundation to improve children’s lives—will join friends Michael and Joanna Irwin in hosting an evening benefiting the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation (PCRF) in memory of Will Irwin. Following a cocktail reception, guests will enjoy a f ive-course, wine-paired dinner plus intimate musical performances. 5PM, The Ranch at Laguna Beach, dine4kids.givesmart.com
Author Fran Lebowitz PHOTO BY: BRIGITTE LACOMBE
2/5
Romeo and Juliet
Enjoy a night of incredible music as conductor Carl St.Clair leads the audience through highlights from Sergei Prokofiev’s passionate ballet Romeo and Juliet. 3PM, Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
2/6
Fran Lebowitz
Spend an evening with this iconic American author known for her sardonic takes on American life. 8PM, Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
2/7
Dr. Maria Rosario Jackson
Attend a fascinating evening with the chair of the National Endowment for the Arts as she discusses the importance of art and culture in communities, her work elevating the arts, and more. 10AM, Irvine Barclay Theatre, thebarclay.org
Enjoy musical highlights from Romeo and Juliet Feb. 5 at Segerstrom Center for the Arts PHOTO COURTESY OF: SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS
2/9
On Broadway
An all-Broadway cast from New York City will perform a rotating lineup of songs from favorite productions such as The Phantom of the Opera, Chicago, Moulin Rouge and Hamilton. 8PM, Irvine Barclay Theatre, thebarclay.org
2/10
La Fete de l’Opera: Viva Las Vegas
Be transported to the golden era of Sin City at this night of unforgettable entertainment, food and all things Vegas, benefiting CASA of Orange County’s new Tustin office. 6:30PM, Fete the Venue, Costa Mesa, lafetedelopera.com
2/10-26
9 to 5 The Musical
See this rousing production about corporate sisterhood and workplace revenge based on the hit movie, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton. Carpenter Performing Arts Center, Long Beach, musical.org
Spend an afternoon tasting local beers while overlooking the Pacific at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel’s Brews & Bites Feb. 19. THE RITZ-CARLTON, LAGUNA NIGUEL
2/11
The Valentine’s Ball
Enjoy an evening featuring dinner, dancing and more at Social Society Charity Group’s annual ball, which will benefit Operation Underground Railroad’s mission to rescue children from sex trafficking. 5PM, VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa, socialsocietycharitygroup.com
2/14
DARTS Speaker Series: Lisa Fine
At this speaker event for the Decorative Arts Society (DARTS), guests will learn all about the art of luxury textile design and handprinted linens from designer Lisa Fine, former contributing editor of Elle Décor and House Beautiful. 9:15AM, Regal Edwards Big Newport Theater, decorativeartssociety.net
2/17
Ballet Romantica
Take in scenes and pointe work from some of the most beautiful ballets from the Romantic era, including Jules Perrot’s Pas de Quatre. 7PM, Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, San Clemente, casaromantica.org
2/17
Anaheim Ducks vs. Los Angeles Kings
Cheer for your favorite NHL ice hockey team at this exciting home game as the Anaheim Ducks go stick-to-stick with the Los Angeles Kings. 7PM, Honda Center, Anaheim, hondacenter.com
2/18
Lantern Festival 2023
Celebrate the Year of the Rabbit with Pacific Symphony’s annual family-friendly festival to commemorate the end of the Lunar New Year. 11AM, Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
2/18
Harlem Globetrotters
Be amazed at this incredible display of outrageous basketball skill as the Globetrotters go head-to-head against the Washington Generals, at both 2PM and 7PM. Honda Center, Anaheim, hondacenter.com
2/19
Brews & Bites
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel will kick off the 2023 Culinary Cookout Series with an afternoon of beer tastings on the Dana Lawn. Sample beers from O.C. favorites like The Bruery and Bottle Logic while enjoying street-food stations, live music and games. 1PM, The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, Dana Point, ritzcarlton.com
2/23-25
UCI Dance Visions
Watch undergraduate and graduate dance students from The UCI Claire Trevor School of the Arts perform original works choreographed by the Department of Dance faculty. Irvine Barclay Theatre, thebarclay.org
2/25
Olive Crest’s 50th Anniversary Gala
Help Olive Crest celebrate 50 years of transforming the lives of children and families in crisis at this festive soiree. 5PM, Hilton Anaheim, olivecrest.org
2/28-3/5
Shen Yun
Enjoy a remarkable evening of Chinese music and dance during this look at 5,000 years of China’s culture before communism. Segerstrom Hall at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
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